Premium Sri Lankan In-Shell Areca Nuts
High-quality areca nuts from Sri Lanka, selected for uniform size and freshness, exported in-shell. They are fresh or dried and classified under this tariff item regardless of origin.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the country of origin accurately for duty assessment
• Ensure the nuts meet Canadian import standards for food products
• Keep shipping documents that confirm the in-shell condition
Related Products under Tariff item 0802.80.00
Bulk Export In-Shell Areca Nuts
Bulk in-shell areca nuts shipped in large volumes for industrial shelling and processing. They are fresh or dried and retain their natural protective shell, which classifies them under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Dried In-Shell Areca Nuts
Dried areca nuts that have been naturally or sun-dried while still in their shells. They are used for traditional paan preparation and are classified as dried in-shell nuts under this tariff item.
Dried Shelled Betel Nuts Bulk Pack
Bulk-packed dried shelled betel nuts sourced from India or Sri Lanka, ideal for paan preparation. The shelling process exposes the white kernel, which is then sun-dried for preservation. These are shelled areca nuts, but the tariff item 0802.80.00 covers both shelled and in-shell areca nuts.
Fresh In-Shell Areca Nuts
Fresh areca nuts harvested with their hard shells intact, commonly used for chewing with betel leaves. As fresh in-shell nuts, they are covered by this tariff item for fresh or dried areca nuts.
Large Kernel Shelled Betel Nuts
Select large-kernel shelled betel nuts from mature palms, dried to preserve size and texture for premium markets. They are shelled areca nuts and fall under this tariff item.
Mechanically Shelled Dried Areca Nuts
Areca nuts shelled using modern machinery for efficiency, then dried in controlled environments. This method ensures clean splits without kernel damage. These are shelled areca nuts, covered by this tariff item.